Maintenance; Water-Resistance; Useful Tips - Breitling AIRWOLF Manual Del Usario

MAINTENANCE

Your B chronometer is a sophisticated instrument which is constantly subjected to a wide variety of
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stresses and strains. Within a very small volume, a large number of components contribute to handling all the
functions. Their mechanical action inevitably leads to a certain amount of wear and tear, which may be
controlled by maintenance consisting of renewing the lubrication and replacing worn components. Like any
precision measurement instrument, your watch must be regularly maintained in order to function at its
highest level of potential: we recommend a regular service every two years, while the complete overhaul
should be scheduled about every five years. Your authorized B
you.

WATER-RESISTANCE

The movement of your chronometer is protected by a complex case fitted with gaskets to ensure its water-
resistance. Under the influence of various external agents – perspiration, chlorinated or salt water, cosmetics,
fragrances or dust – these gaskets gradually deteriorate and must be regularly replaced. If used intensively
in water, we recommend that this be done once a year as part of a service. If the watch is only occasionally
used in water, this operation may be carried out every two years. Moreover, a water-resistance test should be
done every year; it takes only a few minutes and can be performed by your authorized B
dealer will be pleased to handle this for
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dealer.
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B models are water-resistant to varying degrees. The extent of the water-resistance, expressed in meters
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(M) is a standard value and does not indicate an absolute depth of immersion. The crown and pushpieces must
not under any circumstances be operated under water or when the watch is wet. The table below indicates the
conditions in which your watch may reasonably be used, according to its degree of water-resistance.
ACTIVITIES / DEGREE OF WATER-RESISTANCE
3bars/30M/100FT
Splashing
Shower, swimming, surface water sports
Water-skiing, dives, snorkeling
P Diving

USEFUL TIPS

B genuine leather straps are crafted with the most refined materials and represent extremely high-
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quality products. Like all objects in natural skin (shoes, gloves, etc.), their length of life varies considerably,
according to the conditions in which they are worn. In particular, water, cosmetics and perspiration accelerate
the aging process. A metal or synthetic B
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contact with water or humidity.
5bars/50M/165FT 10bars/100M/330FT 50bars/500M/1650FT+
bracelet is thus better suited to activities involving frequent
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